Facts about the 1993 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
When you think of the “Chevrolet Corvette” what will usually come to mind for Chevrolet enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The Corvette has been one of the premier vehicles of the Chevrolet line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 1993 model is no exception. The Chevrolet Corvette falls into the hatchback for the family category.
Under the Hood
Standard equipment in the Corvette for 1992 and 1993 includes the 5.7 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 6-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the Chevrolet engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Corvette.
The Corvette uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses leaf and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
96.20 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 46.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the Corvette ZR-1 are 178.50 inches long by 70.70 inches wide.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Chevrolet Corvette lists at $34,595 when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1993 Corvette is a traditional MPI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 20.00 gallons.
The 1993 Corvette gets 24 – 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is subpar for a hatchback car.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Corvette
The 1992 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Corvette. The 1993 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Corvette ZR-1 will continue to be a profitable vehicle.